The Extraordinary Earl

Autumn is gradually passing away and winter is approaching quietly.

When winter is about to arrive, the hot Pompeii gradually becomes cooler.

To the north of the endless deep forest, and to the south of Pompeii, patches of farmland were developed, dotted with villages from time to time. In the north, a city stood.

The circular city wall is very tall and thick, and an arrow tower stands on every other section of the wall, silently announcing that this is a defensive fortress.

The two clay golems on both sides of the four city gates add endless persuasiveness to the defensive power of this military fortress.

This is the Pompeii family declaring to the entire world that we have the power to defend our territory.

At this time, many visitors came to Pompeii.

David is one of them.

David is a resident of Sparta City, the main city of Marquis Parker, and among the recent visitors, the people of Marquis Parker have the largest number.

No way, Marquis Parker, nicknamed "The Executioner", is gradually losing the credibility and prestige of a lord.

First, the farmers lost their land and were forced to flee the Marquis of Parker.

Then came the middle class, and some left the territory.

Most of the people who come to Pompeii to get jobs are because of Pompeii’s low housing prices and the many jobs Pompeii advertises.

David came here because of the low housing prices. He planned to sell his house in Sparta and buy a small house in the countryside.

Anyway, in David's opinion, a house is enough for him to live in.

Sell ​​the house in Sparta City, where housing prices are relatively high, and buy a house in the countryside with low housing prices. The money you free up can make your life more comfortable.

This is a good thing.

Of course, the most important thing is that David also feels that Marquis Parker is really terrible. Living with this Marquis, life is gradually becoming depressing, and David can't stand the atmosphere.

As for work, David is not afraid either.

He is a chef himself and runs a small restaurant in a civilian area of ​​​​Sparta. In David's opinion, since the Pompeii family wanted to build a new city, they would not worry about running out of business by opening a small restaurant.

However, David still had doubts. The most important thing was whether the Pompeii family was really as powerful as the outsiders said and could ensure the safety of the city.

So David came here for inspection this time, not to settle down. David came with several friends who, like David, had the intention of living in Pompeii.

The group of people came in a flat carriage, and the driver was also a group, so even the fare was saved.

"This road is well repaired, big and smooth." David wrapped up his clothes. Because his family was not wealthy, his clothes were a little thin in winter, but David was used to it and could bear it. live.

He looked curiously at the deep forest avenue outside the cart and praised it.

"I heard that the roads in Pompeii are all big and smooth. The acting lord, the next generation of Pompeii knights, is known as the "Benevolent One". Not only is he very kind to the people, he is also very particular about building roads and cities, and the roads must be I feel like I can’t just poop on the road, for example.”

one of David's friends replied.

"It's a good rule not to poop casually. Usually when I'm on the road, I feel sick when I see human feces and livestock feces on the roadside. It's even more disgusting if it's summer, with flies and mosquitoes flying around."

David's eyes lit up.

As a chef, David likes to be clean and tidy more than the average person. He liked this rule as soon as he heard it.

"None of these are actually important. What's important is the city's defense. This is an endless deep forest, a scary place filled with monsters and even giant dragons."

Another friend said.

"That's true." David nodded. This is the most troubling question for everyone, and it is also the meaning of this journey.

inspection.

After walking the deep forest road, the group finally arrived at Pompeii Territory. The destination is a large piece of farmland. Due to the season, the farmland is bare with no crops growing.

A towering city can be seen further away.

Seeing the city towering in the distance, the group gradually became excited and full of anticipation. When the group of people arrived at the bottom of the city gate, they fell into a daze.

I saw two huge clay golems, wearing iron armor and holding iron swords, standing majestically on the left and right sides of the city gate.

"Oh my God, how much did these two statues cost to make?"

One of David's friends exclaimed.

"I don't know. I think this thing may not be an ordinary statue, but a creation of a wizard." Another friend of David was knowledgeable.

"Created by a wizard?" David and the others knew each other.

"You are right. These two golems are indeed created by wizards. They are called "Clay Golems". They are trophies obtained by the lord after he annihilated the Qiufeng Bandits. As long as they are driven by wizards, their power can exceed that of junior knights. Can effectively resist monsters."

A group of guards stood on both sides of the city gate, and one of the guards said in a tone full of pride.

"A golem that surpasses the power of a junior knight?" David swallowed. If he was shocked just now, now he was shocked with a little fear.

It always felt like these two golems would pull out their swords at any time.

horrible.

But it feels so reassuring.

Magical creation.

"Master guard, we want to know about Pompeii's housing prices. What should we do?" David got off the carriage and asked the guard respectfully.

"You can see Pompeii Castle if you go straight from here. There is a city hall next to the castle. You can just go to the city hall and inquire about the situation."

The guard pointed.

In fact, this guard was specially selected, a kind-faced and eloquent person, to deal with this kind of situation.

Because the number of visitors to Pompeii has gradually increased recently, Luther made this preparation.

After receiving instructions from the guards, David and his party entered the city. The first thing they saw was the military installation on the right.

There are row houses, playgrounds and other facilities, and you can also see many armed guards. The guards are currently training. David and his team do not understand military affairs, but their intuition tells them that these guards are training very hard.

Huge city walls, tall clay golems, and a large number of guards in training after entering the city.

The Davids' investigation had just begun, but they already had a tendency in their hearts.

What a new city, giving them a sense of security.

When David and his party arrived at the city hall, enthusiastic officials received them and told them in detail the current housing prices in Pompeii.

This made David and his party feel flattered again.

They were people from the city of Sparta. Whatever Marquis Parker was like, his officials were like that. Not only were they greedy and cruel, but they were even more unreasonable towards the civilians.

But now when they come to Pompeii, they feel that the officials' attitude is warm and hospitable.

"It is indeed a city led by the acting lord of Pompeii, who is known as a benevolent man. The officials are also so kind. It is safe and reliable, and the officials are also very friendly. I think this is an ideal living environment." David thought happily.